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Winter & Spring 2019Table of Contents

Volume 6, No. 2Birmingham Public Schools

Community Education Brochure

Published three times per year: August, December & March

Birmingham Public Schools 31301 Evergreen

Beverly Hills, MI 48025 248.203.3800

ADULT• Creative Arts ...............................................15 �Beading, Fly Tie, Digital Camera classes, Wedding Dance

• Skills & Development ............................16-20 �Love & Logic Workshops, Voiceovers, Excel, Dog

Obedience, Intermediate Dog Obedience, AKC Star Puppy Class, Therapy Dog Classes & Evaluation, Hospice Training, Heartsaver CPR/First Aid/AED, Adult ESL, Global Languages, Real Estate workshops, UGotClass online certificates and courses

• Health, Fitness & Wellbeing .................22-24 . Yoga Fitness, Water Aerobics, Better Bones, Tennis Lessons,

Dance Fitness, Pound Fitness• Community open SWim .........................24RegiStRAtion inFoRmAtion & FoRm ........................25-26

BiRmingHAm Community eDuCAtion office/Rental information ....26

LiABiLity WAiVeRS ...............................27-28Community neWS & eVentS .............29-33

BPS FACILITY RENTAL INFORMATIONBirmingham Public Schools facilities and fields are conveniently located for the residents of Birmingham, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Franklin, West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Troy and Southfield. Our facilities and fields are available for rental by public and private groups on Saturdays, Sundays and after school on week days. With ample free parking and recently renovated buildings, Birmingham offers great potential for your special event. Whether you need auditoriums, classrooms, media centers, computer labs, gyms, pools, stadiums or fields, the modern facilities and fields of Birmingham Public Schools give you an advantage! All facility services are available for single events, individual classes or entire college curricula or large sports events. For all of your facility and field requests, please contact Birmingham Community Education at 248-203-3800.

Auditoriums & LittLe theAters•RobinElliott•248-203-3861/[email protected]/Gyms/ClassRooms/GRassFiElds&TRaCks/sTadiUms

meliZikakis•248-203-3811/[email protected]

Dear Community Members,Education is a lifelong journey that offers rewards in every area. As I’ve spent the better part of the school year as Inter-im Superintendent, the district’s commitment to lifelong learning and building a strong sense of community has been evident. In the pages of this brochure, you will find opportunities to connect with neighbors near and far as you learn and grow together. Stay active through programs for all ages and abilities. Reserve spaces to collaborate and gather through our rental services. As we enter a new season, I encourage you to take advantage of the oppor-tunities available through Birmingham Com-munity Education to benefit and enrich not only your life, but the lives of those around you as well. Sincerely,John Silveri, Interim Superintendent

YOUTH• mid-Winter Break Camps .............................2• Spring Break Camps ....................................3• Skills & Development ................................4-5 �Study Skills, Babysitter Safety, Drama, Cooking• youth & Family empowering Workshops ........................6-7• Baby/preschool programs ....................8, 14 �Baby Sign & Play, Soccer School for Little Folks, Tumbling

Tots, Play Dates• Sports .......................................................8-14 �Pistons Academy, Spring Flag Football, Soccer for Little

Folks, Kickboxing, Karate and Little Ninjas, Swim Lessons, Tennis Lessons

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KIDS EMPOWERED CAMPS (Grades K-5)

Each day is a different theme to teach fun empowerment lessons. Kids Empowered Camps meet in the Cafeteria.

MID-WINTER BREAK 2019 CAMPSFebruary 18-22 • Berkshire Middle School

Camp programs run from 9:00a.m.-3:00 p.m. Students may attend Kids Club (open play opportunities) before and after the program at no additional fee. Kids Club hours 7:30-9 a.m. and 3:00-5:30 p.m. Students must bring their own lunch, several snacks and a beverage/water bottle in a non-breakable container. PRE-REGisTRaTioNisREQUiREd.NooN-siTEREGisTRaTioNWillBEaCCEPTEd. Register online through Sunday, February 17. Beginning February 18, a $10 late fee per camper/per day will be charged. Photo ID will be required at pick up.

medicationForm: If your child must take medication during the program, please download a form at www.communityed.net or contact our office at 248-203-3800 to obtain a “Permission to Administer Medication” form. Medication cannot be administered without this written authorization. RefundPolicy: Refund requests must be made directly to the Community Education Office by 12 noon on Friday, February 15. Refunds will be the amount of tuition less a $10 processing fee per child. Refunds will not be granted after 12 noon on Friday, February 15.

SKYHAWKS MULTI-SPORT CAMP

(Grades K-5) Designed to engage campers with a variety of sports and fun camp games. Sports include soccer, basketball and volleyball. Featuring sports and life skill focus, fun daily game themes and optional on-site before and after care options make this a perfect choice for busy families. Sports instruction will occur each session with daily themes that include capture the flag, dodgeball, kickball, ultimate frisbee and Friday tournament day. Five days of Skyhawks Multi-Sports; register for each day separately. Sports program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sports Camp meets in the Gym.#13251 monday 2/18/2019 Fee: $60#13252 tuesday 2/19/2019 Fee: $60#13253 Wednesday 2/20/2019 Fee: $60#13254 thursday 2/21/2019 Fee: $60#13255 Friday 2/22/2019 Fee: $60

WEIRD SCIENCE CAMP (Grades K-5)

Unleash your inner mad scientist with three days of Weird Science! Choose from one to three days with each day containing new and different experiments. With all of our hands-on, gooey, explosive, constructive and things-that-go-”boom” experiments, you won’t even realize how much you’re learning! This camp gives participants not only the chance to get messy, but also develop critical thinking skills and a love for science. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in! Science program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $15 materials fee per day included in registration fee. Science camp runs 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Presented by Seaton Athletics. Science Camp meets in the Art Room 102.#13303 tuesday 2/19/2019 Fee: $60 #13304 Wednesday 2/20/2019 Fee: $60 #13305 thursday 2/21/2019 Fee: $60

Monday and Friday: Emoji Fun (Girls and Boys)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Using a fun Emoji theme, this day will be about identifying and coping with emotions. It will use crafts, games, movies and interactive exercises to help learn about our own emotions. Kids will learn how to go from frustrated to empowered and sad or anxious to feeling ok. Kids will learn the art of gratitude to help bring more joy, and happiness! This camp helps to grow a better understanding of ourselves and our emotions while expanding our tool box for handling emotions in an empowered way! #13315 monday 2/18/2019 Fee: $60#13316 Friday 2/22/2019 Fee: $60Tuesday: Lego Fun (Girls and Boys)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Girls and Boys will have fun learning how to use their power to build others

up and themselves using Lego activities. Kids will learn the social skills of cooperative play, problem solving, handling conflict, and being a positive person. As they are building and tearing down their Lego creations they will learn words to say that can help build others up including themselves or tear others down. They will learn how their words can be used to solve problems or make them bigger. Camp includes Lego activities, games and outdoor play (weather permitting). #13317 tuesday 2/19/2019 Fee: $60Wednesday and Thursday: American Girls (Girls only)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Girls will have fun doing American Girl themed crafts, games, fitness activities and role plays using the stories of American Girl Dolls. Lots of role-playing sticky friendship situations, yoga and mindfulness.#13319 Wednesday 2/20/2019 Fee: $60 #13320 thursday 2/21/2019 Fee: $60


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Monday and Friday: Emoji Fun (Girls and Boys)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Using a fun Emoji theme, this day will be about identifying and coping with emotions. It will use crafts, games, movies and interactive exercises to help learn about our own emotions. Kids will learn how to go from frustrated to empowered and sad or anxious to feeling ok. Kids will learn the art of gratitude to help bring more joy, and happiness! This camp helps to grow a better understanding of ourselves and our emotions while expanding our tool box for handling emotions in an empowered way! #13313 monday 4/01/2019 Fee: $60#13314 Friday 4/05/2019 Fee: $60Tuesday: Lego Fun (Girls and Boys)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Girls and Boys will have fun learning how to use their power to build others

SPRING BREAK 2019 CAMPSApril 1-5 • Birmingham Covington School

Camp programs run from 9:00a.m.-3:00 p.m. Students may attend Kids Club (open play opportunities) before and after the program at no additional fee. Kids Club hours 7:30-9:00 a.m. and 3:00-5:30 p.m. Students must bring their own lunch, several snacks and a beverage/water bottle in a non-breakable container. PRE-REGisTRaTioNisREQUiREd.NooN-siTEREGisTRaTioNWillBEaCCEPTEd. Register online through Sunday, March 31. Beginning April 1, a $10 late fee per camper/per day will be charged. Photo ID will be required at pick up.

medicationForm: If your child must take medication during the program, please download a form at www.communityed.net or contact our office at 248-203-3800 to obtain a “Permission to Administer Medication” form. Medication cannot be administered without this written authorization. RefundPolicy: Refund requests must be made directly to the Community Education Office by 12 noon on Friday, March 29. Refunds will be the amount of tuition less a $10 processing fee per child. Refunds will not be granted after 12 noon on Friday, March 29.

PISTONS ACADEMY (Boys & Girls in Grades 3-8) • 5 Days

Welcome back to the Pistons Academy Camp! Basketball program runs 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Five days of hoops is guaranteed to be packed with thrills and excitement! On the first day, campers will participate in the “Pistons Combine.” After the combine, we will develop a tailored format to match instruction with the group needs of the camp. In the morning hours, players will be introduced to offensive and defensive philosophies to help prepare them for competitive play. Games and contests will take place each day after lunch. Each team will play between 15-20 games during the week. Camp will conclude with a brief awards ceremony on Friday. For more information, visit http://www.pistonsacademy.com. Materials fee of $15 (t-shirt) is included in the class fee. Fee cannot be pro-rated. Pistons camp meets in the Gym. #13215 Dates: 4/1/2019 - 4/5/2019# of Sessions: 5 days mon, tue, Wed, thu, Fri 9:00 Am - 3:00 pmFee: $250.00

WEIRD SCIENCE CAMP

(Grades K-5)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Unleash your inner mad scientist with three days of Weird Science! Choose from one to three days with each day containing new and different experiments. With all of our hands-on, gooey, explosive, constructive and things-that-go-”boom” experiments, you won’t even realize how much you’re learning! This camp gives participants not only the chance to get messy, but also develop critical thinking skills and a love for science. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in! $15 materials fee per day included in registration fee. Presented by Seaton Athletics. Science camp meets in Room 104.#13306 tuesday 4/02/2019 Fee: $60 #13307 Wednesday 4/03/2019 Fee: $60 #13308 thursday 4/04/2019 Fee: $60

KIDS EMPOWERED CAMPS (Grades K-5) Each day is a different theme to teach fun empowerment lessons. Kids Empowered Camps meet in the Cafeteria.

up and themselves using Lego activities. Kids will learn the social skills of cooperative play, problem solving, handling conflict, and being a positive person. As they are building and tearing down their Lego creations they will learn words to say that can help build others up including themselves or tear others down. They will learn how their words can be used to solve problems or make them bigger. Camp includes Lego activities, games and outdoor play (weather permitting). #13318 tuesday 4/02/2019 Fee: $60Wednesday and Thursday: American Girls (Girls only)This program runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Girls will have fun doing American Girl themed crafts, games, fitness activities and role plays using the stories of American Girl Dolls. Lots of role-playing sticky friendship situations, yoga and mindfulness.#13321 Wednesday 4/03/2019 Fee: $60 #13322 thursday 4/04/2019 Fee: $60


youtH • SkiLLS & DeVeLopmentSOAR® STUDY SKILLS - Middle School Made EasyThe SOAR® Curriculum is a simple set of skills to help students organize and study efficiently. Our program teaches and develops the habits that lead to success. Our students learn how to: manage time (planner provided), organize papers & backpack, work with teachers, read and understand textbooks, take notes, study for tests, and write papers. We encorporated the Google Suite and Microsoft Office programs into our system. The program uses the SOAR® Study Skills book (each student gets a book, a student planner/calendar and a SOAR® Organization binder). $40 materials fee is included in the class fee. Instructor: Above Grade Level Location: Seaholm High School, Room F108#13202Dates: 3/13/2019 - 4/24/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 4/3/2019Wed 6:00 pm - 7:15 pmFee: $175.00

#13224Dates: 1/22/2019 - 3/5/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 2/19/2019tue 6:00 pm - 7:15 pmFee: $175.00

RATA2EE RASCALS - After-School Cooking & Baking Class (Ages 7-12)Children learn baking skills, through fun and play, without the chef Gordon Ramsey yelling! Learn cooking & baking basics, including what tools to use, measuring dry vs wet ingredients, and oven safety. This 6-wk course offers all new recipes, and children will be cooking & baking from scratch. Young chefs will start each class eating a pre-made snack, then they will begin cooking or baking. Children will take a serving home with them. Week 6 will end with cupcake wars! Classes are taught by Servsafe certified professionals who already work within local schools. Please note, parents must sign a liability waiver for any child to attend. After registering, an email with important information will be sent. All recipes are nut free; however, all allergies must be listed on the rata2ee waiver form and will be followed up with a discussion prior to the session starting. Seating is limited, so sign up now to get in with your friends! Fee is $195 ($150 + $45 materials fee payable at the time of registration). Location: Groves High School, Room C003 Food Lab#13222Dates: 1/16/2019 - 2/27/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 2/20/2019Wed 4:30 pm - 6:00 pmFee: $195.00

#13223Dates: 3/6/2019 - 4/17/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 4/3/2019Wed 4:30 pm - 6:00 pmFee: $195.00

CHILD AND BABYSITTER SAFETY/CPR (Ages 10+)Participants will learn skills involved in caring for infants, toddlers and young children, as well as how to start their own babysitting business. Emergency procedures, taming the tots, decision making, diapering, feeding and sleep time are just a few of the topics to be covered. Basic first aid and CPR will be taught and practiced on individual mannequins. This is a Certification Babysitting Class from the American Red Cross and complete attendance and passing of a 10 question test is mandatory. Participants will receive a wallet certification card along with a training booklet, emergency reference guide and a CD to ensure success of their babysitting business. Parent/Guardian is required to sign student in and out of class. Students more than 20 minutes late will not be permitted into the class, please be on time. Bring a bag lunch with beverage in a non-breakable container. Please bring a stuffed animal or doll (preferable) to the class to practice babysitting skills. Registration fee includes $25 materials fee. Instructor: Bristow Health & Safety Education #12818Seaholm High School, Room C104Date: 3/2/2019 Sat 9:00 Am - 3:30 pmFee: $100.00

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SkiLLS & DeVeLopment • youtHDRAMA KIDS (Grades 1-5)It’s curtains up for Drama Kids! Now is your chance to participate in fun activities that help you think more creatively and learn new acting, confidence building, and social skills. In Drama Kids you will be part of plays, improvisations, silent scenes, mini-scripts, hilarious theatre games and more. Whether you are the next Broadway Star or you just want to improve your public speaking techniques, Drama Kids is the place for you. Everyone is getting into the act – don’t miss out! Our session will end with in-class Parent Presentation. NOTE: Class on 3/13/2019 and 3/27/2019 will run a half-hour longer (that is, 6:00PM - 7:30PM). Location: Pierce Elementary School Gym#13200Dates: 1/9/2019 - 3/27/2019# of Sessions: 7 no Class: 1/23, 1/30, 2/20, 3/6, 3/20/2019Wed 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmFee: $128.00

DRAMA KIDS (Grades 1-5) - Spring PerformanceIt’s curtains up for Drama Kids! Now is your chance to participate in fun activities that help you think more creatively and learn new acting, confidence building, and social skills. In Drama Kids you will be part of plays, improvisations, silent scenes, mini-scripts, hilarious theatre games and more. Whether you are the next Broadway Star or you just want to improve your public speaking techniques, Drama Kids is the place for you. Everyone is getting into the act – don’t miss out! Our session focuses on an end of the year Spring Performance. There are no auditions and all actors are cast with a speaking role! There is an $18 materials fee payable at the time of registration. Location: Pierce Elementary School Gym#13201Dates: 4/10/2019 - 6/12/2019# of Sessions: 10 Wed 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmFee: $178.00

DKI TEEN ACTING ACADEMY (Grades 6-8)Welcome to DKI Acting Academy! This accelerating drama program is open to all students grades 6 through 8 regardless of their prior acting experience. In DKI you will participate in dramatic activities and actual stage performances which will help you build lifelong confidence and creative thinking skills that can have a dramatic impact on academic and personal success. Do you want to expand your improvisation, acting, auditioning and public speaking skills? Then the DKI Acting Academy is the place for you! Location: Pierce Elementary School Gym#13196Dates: 1/15/2019 - 3/26/2019# of Sessions: 10 no Class: 2/19/2019 tue 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $160.00

DKI TEEN ACTING ACADEMY (Grades 6-8) - Spring PerformanceWelcome to DKI Acting Academy! This accelerating drama program is open to all students grades 6 through 8 regardless of their prior acting experience. In DKI you will participate in dramatic activities and actual stage performances which will help you build lifelong confidence and creative thinking skills that can have a dramatic impact on academic and personal success. Do you want to expand your improvisation, acting, auditioning and public speaking skills? Then the DKI Acting Academy is the place for you! This session focuses on a final Spring performance. No auditions are necessary and all actors are cast with a speaking role! $18 materials fee payable at the time of registration. Location: Pierce Elementary School Gym#13197Dates: 4/9/2019 - 6/11/2019# of Sessions: 10 tue 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $178.00

DRAMA KINDERKIDS (4-5 year olds)It’s curtains up for KinderKids! Now is your chance to introduce your 4-5 year old to acting and creative expression through fun drama activities that will build confidence and social skills. In our KinderKids program your child will be part of plays, mini-improvisations, poems, energetic theater games and more. Whether aiming to become a future Broadway star or just wanting to boost self-esteem, drama develops kids and Drama Kids is the place for your child! Location: Pierce Elementary School Gym#13198Dates: 1/22/2019 - 3/19/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/19/2019tue 6:00 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $128.00DRAMA KINDERKIDS (4-5 year olds) - Spring PerformanceIt’s curtains up for KinderKids! Now is your chance to introduce your 4-5 year old to acting and creative expression through fun drama activities that will build confidence and social skills. In our KinderKids program your child will be part of plays, mini-improvisations, poems, energetic theater games and more. Whether aiming to become a future Broadway star or just wanting to boost self-esteem, drama develops kids and Drama Kids is the place for your child! This session ends with a final Spring Performance! Note: there is an $18 materials fee payable at the time of registration for Spring Performance session. Location: Pierce Elementary School Gym#13199Dates: 4/9/2019 - 6/4/2019# of Sessions: 9 tue 6:00 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $162.00

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Over 500,000 girls, boys, parents, teachers, and social workers have participated in Girls Empowered and Boys Empowered programs over 18 years. The team includes social workers, teachers and fitness and dance instructors�

Mindfulness, Yoga and FriendshipGirls will learn how to calm their minds and bodies and to stay calm even when their environment is not. They will improve their strength, flexibility and coordination through fun yoga. They will practice staying calm while handling sticky situations with friends. They will learn what a healthy friendship looks like. Girls will learn exact words and strategies to use when they have friends who are leaving them out, using put downs, and/or bossing them around. The mindfulness will help aid in connection with others and ourselves while practicing kindness, calmness and being in the present moment to reduce feelings of anxiety. Craft included.#13272 Brownies #13273 Daisies #13274 Jr. girl ScoutsFee: $35.00 Fee: $35.00 Fee: $35.00

GIRL SCOUT NIGHT OUTFriday, January 25, 2019 • Beverly Elementary School Gym

6:00-9:00 p.m.

BOYS NITE OUT: LEGO FUN For Boys K-5th grade and Leaders in Training (M.S. and H.S. Teens)Boys will have fun creating and participating in some friendly competitions with legos while learning social skills. Social skills are skills that help us create and maintain relationship! There are over 100 social skills. Kids will work on the following social skills during this boy’s nite out. *It’s not fair! Dealing with kids who change the rules or break the rules. Or maybe that’s me! * “You are so annoying”. Dealing with kids who annoy you. Or maybe you annoy others. *She/He did it first. Choosing your own reaction not based on someone else’s action including our siblings. *Listening, following directions & participating in conversations. LEADERS IN TRAINING (M.S. and H.S. Teens) will help with the evening and get the benefit of the lessons, too! Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104#13265 (Boys k-5th grade)Date: 2/1/2019 Fri 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Fee: $25.00

#13266 - Leaders in training (m.S. and H.S. teens)Date: 2/1/2019 Fri 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Fee: $25.00

YOGA KIDS MINDFULNESS EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP (Grades K-2 and 3-5)The Yoga Kids Mindfulness Empowerment Workshop combines the Kids Empowered curriculum with yoga, mindfulness, and SLIME. Girls and Boys will learn how to calm their mind and bodies and to stay calm even when their environment is not. They will improve their strength, flexibility and coordination through fun yoga. They will practice staying calm while handling sticky situations and will learn to manage frustrations by problem solving and building conflict resolution tools. The mindfulness will help aid in connection with others and ourselves while practicing kindness, calmness and being in the present moment to reduce feelings of anxiety and hyperactivity. Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104#13262 (grades k-2)Date: 3/2/2019 Sat 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmFee: $20.00

#13264 (grades 3-5)Date: 3/2/2019 Sat 2:30 pm - 4:00 pmFee: $20.00

#13261 (grades k-2)Date: 3/16/2019 Sat 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmFee: $20.00

#13263 (grades 3-5)Date: 3/16/2019 Sat 2:30 pm - 4:00 pmFee: $20.00


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Stop, tHink & go! on FeBRuARy 9, 2019Sat 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm#13259 parent & Child Fee: $30.00#13281 Additional Child Fee: $12.00#13283 Child only Fee: $18.00#13279 Second parent Fee: $6.00

STOP, THINK & GO! Parent and Child (K-2) WorkshopFor boys and girls in kindergarten to 2nd grade and a parent. Kids will learn an easy tool to help them make good decisions about how to treat others or what to do when others are mean to them or asking them to do something that will get them in trouble. Kids will learn what friendly and unfriendly behaviors look like and what to do when they get in sticky situations. Kids will do a craft activity and play a game. Parents will have their own workshop & learn about building self-esteem, confidence, how to help their kids make friends, and make good decisions in sticky situations. One session. Fee is for one child & one parent. Please register the child only. Note: Registration for this class is also available for a second parent, a second child, or for the child only. Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104

KIDS EMPOWERED WORKSHOPS

Stop, tHink & go! on mARCH 9, 2019Sat 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm#13260 parent & Child Fee: $30.00#13282 Additional Child Fee: $12.00#13284 Child only Fee: $18.00#13280 Second parent Fee: $6.00


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INDOOR#13299Dates: 1/15/2019 – 2/26/2019Location: Quarton elementary School, gym# of Sessions: 6 no class 2/19/2019thu 6:00 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $80.00

#13300Dates: 3/05/2019 – 4/16/2019Location: Quarton elementary School, gym# of Sessions: 6 no class 4/02/2019thu 6:00 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $80.00

#13301Dates: 1/17/2019 – 2/28/2019Location: pembroke elementary School, gym # of Sessions: 5 no class 2/14/2019, 2/21/2019thu 6:00 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $66.67

#13302Dates: 3/07/2019 – 4/18/2019Location: pembroke elementary School, gym # of Sessions: 6 no class 4/04/2019thu 6:00 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $80.00

SOCCER SCHOOL FOR LITTLE FOLKS – OUTDOOR and INDOORFor 3 to 5 year olds. Join us for an exciting class of soccer! We will work on basic skills with fun mini games and end every class with soccer scrimmages. This is a great way to introduce your child to soccer or have them continue developing skills. Our goal is to increase your child’s excitement for sports while giving them confidence in their own abilities and helping them to develop a positive attitude. Instructors are experienced and licensed soccer coaches. Presented by Seaton Athletics LLC

OUTDOOR Location: midvale Center, 2121 midvale Street, Baseball Diamond#12396 Dates: 4/27/2019 – 6/08/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 5/30/2019Sat 11:15 Am - 12:00 pm Fee: $80.00

#12397 Dates: 4/26/2019 – 6/07/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 5/24/2019Fri 10:15 Am - 11:00 Am Fee: $80.00

#12398 Dates: 4/25/2019 – 6/06/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 5/30/2019thu 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Fee: $80.00

LITTLE NINJAS KARATE (Ages 4-5)The Little Ninjas Karate Program is an introductory karate class specifically designed for children

ages 4 and 5. It focuses on teaching children 8 important main life skills: Focus, memory, teamwork, discipline self-control, fitness, balance, and coordination. All this is achieved through exciting and fun games and activities! Wear loose fitting clothes. A responsible adult must remain in attendance during class. Optional uniforms will be available for purchase at www.kidspowerkarate.com. com A $5.00 test/belt fee is payable at the time of registration. Location: Birmingham Covington School, Cafeteria#13309Dates: 3/04/2019 – 4/15/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 4/01/2019mon 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm`Fee: $42.00

#13310Dates: 4/29/2019 – 6/10/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 5/27/2019mon 6:15 pm - 6:45 pmFee: $42.00

KIDS POWER KARATE (Ages 6-12)The Kids Power Karate Program offers traditional martial arts training to children ages 6 to 12 and emphasizes self-defense, physical fitness, conflict resolution, team work and anti-kidnapping techniques. This introductory program in Tang Soo Do is designed specifically for children and teaches prevention first. It does not promote active aggressiveness, but teaches children to respect themselves, others and the skills they learn. Wear loose fitting clothes. A responsible adult must remain in attendance during class. Optional uniforms will be available for purchase at http://www.kidspowerkarate.com A $5.00 test/belt fee is payable at the time of registration. Location: Birmingham Covington School, Cafeteria#13311Dates: 3/04/2019 – 4/15/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 4/01/2019mon 7:00 pm - 7:45 pmFee: $57.00

#13312Dates: 4/29/2019 – 6/10/2019# of Sessions: 6 no class 5/27/2019mon 7:00 pm - 7:45 pmFee: $57.00

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or call 248.203.3800.

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youtH • SpoRtSBEVERLY HILLS CLUBThe Beverly Hills Club is recognized as one the country’s top 100 Clubs, with the industry’s finest health and fitness facilities, equipment, instructors, professionals and trainers. Classes meet at the Beverly Hills Club 31555 Southfield Road (just north of 13 Mile Road), Beverly Hills, MI 48025 (248)642-8500. REGisTERTHRoUGHBiRmiNGHamCommUNiTyEdUCaTioN/www.communityed.net/248.203.3800

BHC SWIM SCHOOL“BHC Swim School” has been teaching thousands of children and adults to swim since 1989. The program teaches water safety and swimming to babies, tots, children & adults of all ages and levels. Safety & skills are taught in a fun, safe environment with small class sizes. THERE aRE mUlTiPlE oFFERiNGsFoR EaCH Class! To ViEW THElisT and To REGisTER go to www.communityed.netSWIM - Parent and Tot (Levels 1 & 2)6 months - 3 years + parent. Tots get ready for group classes. Focus is on independent swimming

LITTLE FISH (2 year olds)Focus on independent swimming and introduction to basic swimming skills. Class size is 2:1 ratio. Students should be comfortable in the water or have completed Parent/Tot 2 swim class.

SWIM - LEVEL 1 (Ages 3 - 5 years)Introduction to swimming. No swim skills required- for children not comfortable putting their face in the water or swimming unassisted.

SWIM - LEVEL 2 (Ages 3 - 5 years)Fundamentals. Swim unassisted on a noodle - put face in water.

SWIM LEVEL 3 (Ages 3-5 years)Stroke Development. Skills: back and front float 5 seconds; push off and swim 15 ft front and back.

SWIM - LEVEL 4 (Ages 4+ years)Stroke Development. Skills: Jump in and tread water 30 seconds; 15 yards backstroke and face in rhythmic breathing. Know the basics of breaststroke.

SWIM - LEVEL 5 (Ages 4+ years)Stroke Refinement. Skills: 25 yards freestyle and breast stroke, 15 yards backstroke and 10 yards butterfly.

SWIM - LEVEL 6 (Ages 5+ years)Level 6: Pre-Team Clinics. Emphasis on techniques, endurance and speed in all 4 competitive strokes. Skills needed: swim 50 yards freestyle, back and breaststroke and 25 yds fly.

SWIM - LEVEL 7: TEAM CLINICS. Emphasis on techniques, endurance and speed in all 4 competitive strokes. Skills needed: swim 100 yards freestyle, back and breaststroke and 25 yds fly.

BHC NINJA WARRIORS (Ages 6-11)This exciting class is a combination of Parkour, gymnastics, speed and agility. Kids will have a blast doing obstacle courses, climbing wall and more! THERE aRE mUlTiPlE oFFERiNGs FoR EaCHClass!ToViEWTHElisTandToREGisTERgotowww.communityed.net

BHC LITTLE SOCCER STARS (Ages 3-5)Introduction to soccer with special skills and games.

JUNIOR X FIT (Boys and Girls ages 8 years and older)JrXFIT is taught by a certified personal trainer and is committed to improving athletic performance. You will see your young athlete become stronger, faster and more agile. Like group personal training sessions, our trainers will work with your child using the most advanced and proven training methods. This program is design to take your young athlete to the next level!

BHC YOUTH TENNISAges 3 years and up. Little Stars and Starter Tennis for kids wth little or no experience.

THERE ARE MULTIPLE OFFERINGS FOR EACH CLASS! TO VIEW THE LIST and TO REGISTER go to www.communityed.net


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YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUES Grades 3-8

The Pistons Academy League is designed to teach game strategy and team skills through competitive play. Players register as individuals and are placed on teams through a draft. Friend requests are taken but are not guaranteed. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of six games and three practices during the season. Games are Friday evenings and Saturdays. Practice days are Thursday evenings or Saturdays before their game. All officials are certified through MHSAA. Boys Pro League (gr. 7-9) will start January 26. All players must attend the combine and the draft (details below). For more information about the league, visit pistonsacademy.com game locations: Berkshire Middle School and Birmingham Covington School practice locations: Berkshire Middle School, Pierce and Quarton Elementary Schools League Dates: Jan 12-Mar 23 (No events Feb 15-16) Fee: $155 fee includes $15 materials fee for t-shirt. payable at the time of registration lookiNGFoRaCadEmylEaGUECoaCHEs- Are you interested in coaching a Pistons Academy Team this winter? We are always looking for qualified coaches who want to share their knowledge and passion for the game. We offer flexible scheduling for games and practices and a discount off the league fee. If interested, please contact League Director Bryan Bollin at [email protected] or by phone at 248-377-8305.skills ComBiNE aNd lEaGUE dRaFT (at Berkshiremiddleschool)-Players in the league are asked to attend the Skills Combine where individual skill levels will be recorded. Players can come any time and it should only take 20 minutes per player. The League Draft is mandatory and players must attend at least one of the two days.SkiLLS ComBine: All Divisions Combine: Saturday, January 12 (11:00 am-2:00 pm) LeAgue DRAFt: (players need to attend at least one day, but attending both is preferred)

pRep DiViSion (grades 3, 4 AnD BeginneR 5tH)Friday, January 18, 6:30-7:40pm & Saturday, January 19, 11:00am-12:15pm

CoLLege DiViSion (grades 5, 6 AnD BeginneR 7tH) Friday, January 18, 8:00-9:15pm & Saturday, January 19, 12:45-2:00pm

pRo DiViSion (grades 7, 8): Saturday, January 26, 6:00-7:00pm

LADy piStonS LeAgue (girls grades 6-8): Saturday, January 19, 2:30-3:30pm

#13294 - pRep LeAgue (grades 3, 4 and BeginneR 5th) Fee: $155.00#13293 - CoLLege LeAgue (grades 5, 6 and BeginneR 7th) Fee: $155.00#13292 - pRo LeAgue (grades 7, 8) Fee: $155.00#13285 - LADy piStonS LeAgue (girls grades 6-8) Fee: $155.00

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS JV GIRLS’ BASKETBALL LEAGUE - Grades 2-4Friday Night Lights (FNL) returns for its 15th season in Birmingham! Girls register as individuals and will be placed on teams after a series of evaluations. Emphasis of the league is to expose the girls to game rules and team play. Teams will play a four-game season and then participate in playoffs. There is a 20 minute practice before each game. All girls receive a league shirt and season ending awards. All games and practices are Fridays between 6:30 and 8:30pm. Note: Class will meet at Quarton Elementary School on Friday, February 8. There is a $10 materials/t-shirt fee payable at the time of registration.#13225 Bingham Farms elementary, gymDates: 1/18/2019 - 3/8/2019# of Sessions: 7 no Class: 2/15/2019Fri 6:20 pm - 8:30 pm Fee: $135.00

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE - Grades 4-6Friday Night Lights (FNL) returns for its 15th season in Birmingham! Girls will register as individuals and placed on teams after a series of evaluations. Players will spend the first three weeks learning plays, working on defense and studying the rules that govern the game. Once teams are set, girls will play a 4-5 games and then participate in playoffs. All girls receive a league shirt and season ending awards. All games and practices are Fridays between 6:30 and 8:30pm. Materials fee of $10 is payable at the time of registration. FNL VARSITY SKILLS COMBINE (at Berkshire MS) Players are asked to attend the Skills Combine on Friday, January 11 from 6:30-7:45pm where individual skill levels will be recorded and light scrimmaging will take place. Girls should come dressed to play.#13291 Berkshire middle School, gymDates: 1/11/2019 - 3/22/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/15/2019Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Fee: $145.00

LADY PISTONS MIDDLE SCHOOL LEAGUE (Girls in Grades 6-8)Welcome to the Lady Pistons League! Girls in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in this awesome program for girls who are into playing games! Players can register as a team or as individuals. Games are Friday evenings and Saturdays. Practice days are Thursdays (but a few practices may be held on Fridays). Teams are guaranteed a minimum of six games and three practices. $155 fee includes $15 materials fee for t-shirt payable at the time of registration. Game locations: Berkshire Middle School and Birmingham Covington School; Practice locations: Berkshire Middle School, Pierce and Quarton Elementary Gym. League Dates: Jan 12-Mar 23 (No events Feb 15-16) LADy piStonS SkiLLS ComBine AnD LeAgue DRAFt will be held at Berkshire mS as follows: SkiLLS ComBine: Friday, January 11, 8:15-9:15pm LeAgue DRAFt: Saturday, January 19, 2:30-3:30pm#13285Dates: 1/12/2019 - 3/23/2019 Sat 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmFee: $155.00


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PK/K DIVISIONGames against other teams in the division will be played at Groves High School Stadium on Sundays with practices 30 minutes prior to game time. Fee is $94 plus $25 materials fee for NFL reversible jersey until April 1, then price increases to $114 plus $25 for NFL reversible jersey. Materials fee is payable at the time of registration.#13267Dates: 4/21/2019 - 6/9/2019# of games: 7 no Class: 5/26/2019Sun 12:30 pm - 2:00 pmFee: $119.00

1st-4th GRADE DIVISIONSGames against other teams in the division will be played at Groves High School Stadium on Sundays with practices one hour prior to game time. 1-2 grade games at 1, 2 or 3pm; 3-4 grade games at 3 or 4pm.Fee is $114 plus $25 materials fee for NFL reversible jersey until April 1, then price increases to $129 plus $25 for NFL reversible jersey. Materials fee is payable at the time of registration.#13268 (1st - 2nd grade Divisions)Dates: 4/21/2019 - 6/9/2019# of games: 7 no Class: 5/26/2019Sun 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmFee: $139.00

#13269 (3rd - 4th grade Divisions)Dates: 4/21/2019 - 6/9/2019# of games: 7 no Class: 5/26/2019Sun 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmFee: $139.00

SNAPtivities is proud to present fun and fresh 5-on-5, non-contact flag football. Teams are coached by volunteer parent or HS student coaches and have between 7 and 10 players. We also accept friend requests so buddies don’t have to be separated. Register as a team (team members must register separately) or as an individual. Games for Pk-4th grade are played on Sundays at Groves High School Stadium with practices prior to game time. Pk/K games at 12:30 – 2:00pm; 1-2 grade games at 1, 2 or 3pm; 3-4 grade games at 3 or 4pm. For 5th – 8th Grade Divisions, game times will be between 9 and 4pm on Saturdays and 12 and 5pm on Sundays. Locations: Lahser High School or Groves High School (Stadium) Turf Fields. 1-2 grade games at 1, 2 or 3pm; 3-4 grade games at 3 or 4pm. League dates are April 21- June 9 with a total of 7 games. No equipment is needed except a mouth guard. All players will receive an NFL reversible jersey payable at the time of registration. REGISTER EARLY – fees will increase on April 1. Go to SNAPtivities.com for more detailed information. IMPORTANT: This is a two-part registration process: Upon completing your registration through Community Education, go to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1NClV3nq5hWKVR5Daz_UH9Tk3KW04cNjoAHDoKgXCWl4/edit to complete information regarding teams, jerseys, etc.

SNAP FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE by Coach Genevieve

5th-8th GRADE DIVISIONSGames against other Birmingham and Bloomfield teams in the division will be played on Saturdays in Bloomfield Hills and/or Sundays in Birmingham Schools with practices one hour prior to game time. Coaches will schedule game times/days to accommodate busy player schedules. You will have a chance to let your coach know your conflicts prior to scheduling. Game times will be between 9 and 4pm on Saturdays and 12 and 5pm on Sundays. Locations: Lahser High School or Groves High School (Stadium) Turf Fields. Fee is $119 plus $25 materials fee for NFL reversible jersey until April 1, then price increases to $134 plus $25 for NFL reversible jersey. Materials fee is payable at the time of registration.#13270 (5th & 6th grade Divisions)Dates: 4/21/2019 - 6/9/2019# of games:7 no Class: 5/26/2019games between 9:00 Am - 4:00 pm Saturdays and 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm on SundaysFee: $144.00

#13271 (7th & 8th grade Divisions)Dates: 4/21/2019 - 6/9/2019# of games: 7 no Class: 5/26/2019 games between 9:00 Am - 4:00 pm Saturdays and 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm on SundaysFee: $144.00

Dog Obedience Classes on page 18!

Tillie graduated Fall 2018!


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youtH • BABy Sign & pLAyBABY SIGN & PLAY - My First Signs

“Baby Sign Read and Play” for children ages 0-3 years old is a curriculum focused on three easy things parents can do to boost their child’s development – SIGN, TALK and READ. American Sign Language vocabulary is taught as a means of communicating with baby before they can talk, to clarify the speech of a child who has already begun speaking and also as a great foundation for a second language! It will show parents how to naturally enrich early learning through everyday interactions, focusing on story time and sharing their favorite nursery rhymes.Vocabulary based on Baby Signing Time DVDs Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 Bonus signs: Colors and Seasonal Signs Learn the most useful starter signs including those for food, drink, pets, family, clothing, transportation, manners and bedtime. Each week also features a signing tip in which we will discuss the benefits of using ASL with babies and toddlers. I am certified to teach with Signing Time Academy as a Baby Signing Time Instructor. Instructor: Lynn Dowe Location: Seaholm High School, Room E104 Lower Level, stairs across from Media Center. Come through Birmingham Community Education doors by the auditorium.

SIGNING STORY TIMEAges 0-3 years. Join Baby Signing Time instructor Ms. Lynn for short stories, songs, lap bounces and playtime while learning signing. This program offers early literacy and signing for ages birth to three years of age. This one-session class is for a parent and baby and siblings are welcome too; please register the adult only. Class is 45 minutes long. DO NOT BRING FOOD! ALLERGEN-FREE LOCATION. Location: Midvale Center (ECC and NEXT), Room ECC Large Playroom (012 ECC) Please park in the EAST parking lot. Instructor: Lynn Dowe #13257Date: 1/30/2019 Wed 6:30 pm - 7:15 pmFee: $18

#13229Dates: 1/16/2019 - 2/27/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 2/20Wed 10:00 Am - 10:45 AmFee: $130

#13230Dates: 3/13/2019 - 4/24/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 4/3Wed 10:00 Am - 10:45 AmFee: $130

#13231Dates: 5/8/2019 - 6/12/2019# of Sessions: 6 Wed 10:00 Am - 10:45 AmFee: $130

#13258Date: 3/13/2019 Wed 6:30 pm - 7:15 pmFee: $18

FRANKLIN ATHLETIC CLUB

These classes are held at the FRANKLIN ATHLETIC CLUB, 29350 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48034 THEREaREmUlTiPlEoFFERiNGsFoREaCHClass!ToViEWTHE

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KIDS KICKBOXING - Ages 8-14Franklin Athletic Club’s most popular kickboxing instructor George Jones is now offering a class for kids! Don’t miss out on this high energy, fun class.

TUMBLING TOTS (Ages 18 months - 4 years)Turn all that bouncing and climbing into something productive. Your child will improve strength, agility, balance and overall fitness through simple tumbling skills. The first half hour will be spent in organized tumbling activities with Mr. Roby and the following half hour will be spent with Ms. Lori playing games and doing creative movement activities.

EASTER EGG HUNT PLAY DATE with Ms. Lori (Ages 0-4 years)A special seasonally-themed Play Date. Where will you play today? Join us for a wild play date at Franklin Athletic Club. Get ready to move as we jump in the moonwalk, play parachute games, move to some silly music, and have some free play. The first hour will be free play in the gym. The last half hour will be spent with Ms. Lori singing and moving to fun activities. Parent supervision required. You are welcome to bring peanut free snacks. Fee is $10.00 PER FAMILY; please register the adult only.#12519Date: 3/11/2019 mon 10:00 Am - 11:30 AmFee: $10.00

PLAY DATE (Ages 0-4 years)Where will you play today? Join us for a wild play date at Franklin Athletic Club. Get ready to move as we jump in the moonwalk, play parachute games, move to some silly music, and have some free play. The first hour will be free play in the gym. The last half hour will be spent with Ms. Lori singing and moving to fun activities. Parent supervision required. You are welcome to bring peanut free snacks. Ages 0-4. Please register the child only.


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DUCHESSE NECKLACEThis elegant necklace has a very aristocratic look featuring a double stand seed-beaded chain and crystal medallions. The five medallions are of graduated sizes - a large central medallion, two medium and two smaller ones – all constructed separately and attached to the neckchain to complete. Button and loop closure. Intermediate level. Students must have experience with Right Angle Weave.#13346Dates: 3/05/2019 – 3/12/2019# of Sessions: 2 tue 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: $55.00

SUNRISE SOUTACHEExplore the use of soutache braid in this cheerful necklace, featuring a central cabochon. Bead embroidery. Intermediate level#13344Dates: 4/17/2019 – 4/24/2019# of Sessions: 2 mon 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: $55.00

SOUTACHE DRAGONFLY PINSCreate a pair of whimsical dragonfly pins with soutache braid and beads. Intermediate level.#13345Date: 5/13/2019# of Sessions: 1 mon 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: $35.00

BEADWORKING CLASSES

The following classes are instructed by Gail Frederickson who has been teaching beadworking classes for Birmingham Community Education for 23 years, in addition to other local and national venues such as bead stores, art centers, conferences and guilds. Gail has Bachelor of Arts degrees in Studio Arts and Art History, has been an avid beader since childhood, and is on the Board of Directors of the Great Lakes Beadworkers Guild. All materials provided unless otherwise stated. Limited enrollment. Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104.

BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE PHOTOSHOP and DSLR TECHNIQUESTake your images to a professional level! Cutting edge digital manipulation made easy! And faster! Change colors and remove backgrounds. Learn DSLR techniques and get your shot the first time. Fast paced and fun class taught by award winning photographer David Eastin. Student requirements, 21 and older and must have a DSLR camera and lap top computer with Photoshop installed. Instructor: David Eastin Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104 #13218Dates: 1/15/2019 - 2/12/2019# of Sessions: 5 tue 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmFee: $100.00


SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY, SHOOT LIKE A PROMust have DSLR camera. “Learn how Sports Illustrated photographers get their shot! Fast paced and filled with techniques to get you the awesome shots you want. Taught by award winning photographer David Eastin from his 40 years experience. Students must have DSLR camera. Instructor: David Eastin Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104 #13220Dates: 1/15/2019 - 2/12/2019# of Sessions: 5 tue 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmFee: $35.00


FLY TYING - Intermediate LevelIntermediate level students will tie a variety of different patterns designed to improve their skills and knowledge of the art. Returning students will find an entirely new set of intermediate flies. Taught by members of the Challenge Chapter of Trout Unlimited. A materials fee of $20 is payable to the instructor in class.#13193Berkshire middle School, Room 108 Food LabDates: 1/7/2019 - 3/25/2019# of Sessions: 10 no Class: 2/18/2019mon 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmFee: $75.00


SkiLLS & DeVeLopment • ADuLtWEDDING DANCE MADE EASY - One Evening WorkshopLet’s turn that High School rock & sway into something fabulous! Whether you are the Bride and Groom, the Parents of the special couple or a Guest at the Wedding, this one evening crash course will prepare you for a magical evening on the dance floor. Learn to dip, twirl and dance an easy to follow combination of beautiful moves, while creating a picture perfect moment to cherish forever. If you have your First Dance song picked out, please email the song name to mailto:[email protected]. Instructed by UpbeatDanceStudio.com The fee is for a couple; please register one adult only. Instructor: Leigh Coburn Location: Pierce Elementary School, Multipurpose Room #12515Date: 2/4/2019 mon 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmFee: $49.00

#12516Date: 4/15/2019mon 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmFee: $49.00

HEARTSAVER FIRST AID CPR AED - Adult, Child & InfantTraining meets all current American Heart Association guidelines for CPR and First Aid Programs, including lecture, video demonstrations as well as hands-on training. Course taught by American Heart Association certified instructors. Participants will learn life saving skills in CPR for all ages in order to aid victims in life threatening emergencies. The class will cover skills for infant, child & adult, including the proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Participants will learn how to handle a choking victim, as well as basic First Aid skills, including recognition. Students will receive a 2 year AHA CPR/AED/First Aid card. $15.00 materials fee (book) included in registration fee. Instructor: Adam Hollmann Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104#12523 Date: 4/24/2019 Wed 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Fee: $80.00 #12524 Date: 5/9/2019 thu 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Fee: $80.00

“I AM A HOSPICE HERO” (Hospice Volunteer Training)(Ages 18 and Up) Heart to Heart Hospice is offering Volunteer Training for those who would like to visit patients near their home. Pay it forward and your rewards will be enormous. A simple act of kindness can make a huge difference to a patient and their family. We provide your training, we assign you near your home and always work around your schedule. If you have questions about the class, please call Julie Cody at Heart to Heart Hospice, 248-952-9000. If you are unavailable during the scheduled workshops, please contact Julie to set up another date or time after registering with Community Education. This class will benefit you and your loved ones for the rest of your life. We look forward to hearing from you! Class meets at Heart to Heart Hospice, 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite #1850, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 (located on the SE corner of Telegraph and 13 Mile Road in the Bingham Center behind Qdoba Restaurant).#12514 Date: 4/13/2019 Sat 8:30 Am - 11:30 Am Fee: $12.00 #13232 Date: 5/9/2019 thu 10:00 Am - 1:00 pm Fee: $12.00

LOVE & LOGIC: EARLY CHILDHOOD PARENTING MADE FUN!The Love and Logic course, Early Childhood Parenting Made FUN, will provide practical and proven tools for raising respectful, responsible and happy kids! Parents of young children will love these easy and effective skills that will make parenting less stressful and more fun. Please join us for this 5-week course where we listen to the experts through viewing some of the course’s DVD talks as well as discuss the Love and Logic principles and stories. Topics will include: Putting an End to Whining and Arguing, Why Empathy is the Most Important Skill, The Uh Oh Song, The Science of Control, & Turning Your Words Into Gold. Lynn Radtke, Bachelor of interdisciplinary Studies, is an independent facilitator of the “Becoming a Love and Logic Parent Program,” a priceless program for parents who want to raise responsible kids who are ready for the real world. Note: Fee is per couple; please register one adult only. Seaholm High School, Media Center.#13214 Dates: 1/15/2019 - 2/12/2019# of Sessions: 5 tue 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Fee: $100.00

INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL VOICE OVERS - Getting Paid To TalkGetting Paid to Talk: Making Money with Your Voice. Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? This exciting one-session class will explore numerous aspects of voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the internet in your area. We will cover all the basics, including how to prepare the all - important demo, how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants will even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our Voicecoaches.com producer! This class is informative, lots of fun, and a great first step for anyone interested in voice acting professionally. Space is limited, and registration closes one week prior to class, so register early. Please review this one page informative piece before registering for this class: http://www.voicecoaches.com/gptt Instructor: Creative Voice Development Location: Seaholm High School, Room C104#12819 Date: 3/14/2019thu 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: $25.00 #12820 Date: 5/13/2019 mon 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: $25.00


ADuLt • SkiLLS & DeVeLopmentINTRODUCTION TO DOG OBEDIENCESouthern Michigan Obedience Training Club (SMOTC) offers this foundation Introduction to Obedience class for all dogs who are at least 6 months old. Learn to train your dog to heel (walk) on lead next to you, sit and down stay, come when called and stand – to become a more enjoyable member of the family, as well as encourage participation in obedience competition. This is a fast-moving class to teach you to teach your dog basic obedience. This class will require that you work with your dog 10-20 minutes a day during the duration of the classes for best results You will need to bring these items the FIRST night of class as well as your dog: 1) Your completed Application for Training and Health Certificate; plus bring ALL shot records. 2) Bait /Lure (treat) bag or fanny pack with SMALL SOFT TREATS. 3) Have well fitting slip collar (a.k.a training collar), Martingale or prong/pinch collar with a 6 ft. leash (leather leash recommended). Minors over 12 years old are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered for the class and stays during the class. Location: Berkshire Middle School Gym#12534Dates: 1/8/2019 - 2/26/2019# of Sessions: 7 no Class: 2/19/2019tue 6:45 pm - 7:30 pmFee: $70.00


AKC STAR PUPPY CLASSSouthern Michigan Obedience Training Club (SMOTC) offers this class for puppies purebred or mixed approximately 3 – 5 months of age. Help your new “Best Friend” develop the good habits it needs in order to become a valued member of your family. Socialization, introduction to obedience, and problem solving are covered in the classes. AKC STAR Puppy Certification is offered. Minors are invited to attend with a registered adult. Please bring puppy with buckle collar, leash, healthy treats and shot records (required) to first class. Location: Berkshire Middle School Gym#12538Dates: 1/15/2019 - 2/26/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 2/19/2019tue 7:45 pm - 8:45 pmFee: $55.00#12539Dates: 3/26/2019 - 5/07/2019# of Sessions: 6 no Class: 4/02/2019tue 7:45 pm - 8:45 pmFee: $55.00

THERAPY DOG CLASSES AND EVALUATIONThis class will help to prepare students and their dogs to become a certified Therapy Dog team. The class will also address safety precautions for you and your dog, proper visiting techniques, getting around medical equipment, and more. For this class, your dog will need to work reliably and test on a flat buckle collar or non-correcting harness (leash fastens on the dog’s back) with a 6-foot leather or nylon leash. Dogs will need to be proficient and reliable in all basic obedience commands (heel, sit, down, leave it and stay). We highly recommend that students have taken one or more obedience classes prior to registering for this class. Dogs must have reached or passed their first birthday on or before the last day of class to be evaluated and tested. A Therapy Dogs International (TDI) certification test will be performed at a different location than the classes and are conducted on a Saturday after the class is completed. Evaluation date will be announced the first night of class. There is an additional $5.00 test fee. Vaccination records are required and must be presented the first night of class. Location: Berkshire Middle School Gym#12540Dates: 1/22/2019 - 2/5/2019# of Sessions: 3 tue 7:45 pm - 8:30 pmFee: $55.00#12541Dates: 4/9/2019 - 4/23/2019# of Sessions: 3 tue 7:45 pm - 8:30 pmFee: $55.00

INTERMEDIATE OBEDIENCE - Canine Good Citizen (CGC)This fast-paced class is designed to help handlers and dogs master the skills necessary to earn the AKC Canine Good Citizen Award. The class is open to all dogs (pure bred and mixed alike). It is required that the dogs have previous exposure to obedience training or have completed Intro to Dog Obedience (offered by SMOTC) prior to enrolling. Bring dogs to the first class and all shot records. Vaccination records are required and must be presented the first night of class. Students may participate in the CGC evaluation on the last night of class. Only those that successfully meet the evaluation criteria will receive the distinctive Canine Good Citizen CGC Award from American Kennel Club. For details on the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program go to: http://www.akc.org/dog-owners/training/canine-good-citizen/ These are excellent preparatory classes if you are considering competition in the AKC Obedience and/or Rally ring. First-time competitors as well as seasoned showmen are welcome to attend in preparation for earning AKC titles. Location: Berkshire Middle School Gym#12536Dates: 1/8/2019 - 2/12/2019# of Sessions: 6 tue 6:45 pm - 7:30 pmFee: $70.00




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LANDLORD - RENT FOR MAXIMAL PROFITSWhether you are a first time or seasoned landlord you should know how to rent right . The focus of this class will be on obtaining quality tenants that pay on time and take care of your home, standard contracts, the credit and verification process, and more. Optional materials fee of $45 is payable to the instructor in class. Instructor: Added Value Realty #13206Seaholm High School, Room C104Date: 4/29/2019 mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmFee: $47.00

BUYING & SELLING A HOME IN TODAYS MARKETLearn how to get the most for your house and sell quickly in today’s market. Don’t let the market beat you up. Learn how you can still come out ahead in your real estate transaction. Learn how to buy your desired home. One-day class. Optional materials fee of $5 is payable to the instructor in class. Instructor: Added Value Realty #13207Seaholm High School, Room C104Date: 4/8/2019 mon 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $35.00

REAL ESTATE BASICS FOR THE BEGINNING INVESTORBuy Low - Sell High. 70% of the richest people in the world made their money in real estate. So where do you begin? This class will allow you to understand why this is the “best market” to invest in real estate and how to get “deals on foreclosures” and the advantages of being a landlord in today’s market. Optional $45.00 materials fee is payable to the instructor in class. Instructor: Added Value Realty #13205Seaholm High School, Room C104Date: 4/15/2019 mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmFee: $47.00

EXCEL BEGINNING

EXCEL 2013 Beginning. Confused by the new Ribbon Interface; need to get up to speed quickly for that new job or are you looking to get back in the workforce or just need a refresher. This class identifies the elements of the new Ribbon Interface and how to create basic worksheets. You will also learn how to manipulate data, insert and delete columns and rows, search and replace data, and customize the quick access toolbar. Formatting is a key element to making your spreadsheets user friendly. We also learn how to print our workbooks saving a lot of paper along the way. Performing basic formulas is also covered in this class. Participants should have computer experience prior to taking this fast-paced class. Instructor: Debbi Forbes Location: Seaholm High School, Room F112#12532Dates: 1/22/2019 - 2/12/2019# of Sessions: 4 tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pmFee: $110.00

EXCEL INTERMEDIATEExcel 2013 Intermediate. Have you mastered the fundamentals and are you ready to learn tools, tips and tricks to become a power user? In this class you will learn how to save time and reduce errors. Covered in this class: Common printing errors and how to fix them; how to use formulas and functions (lookup, if, sum, count, pmt, etc.). Also covered is the Quick Access Toolbar, using range names, delimiting text, data sorting and filtering along with pivot tables and calculating percentages. You will walk away knowing how to manage multiple workbooks and create beautiful workbooks that visually represent data with graphs. Participants should have completed Excel Course 1 or have knowledge of the topics covered in that class before taking this course. Instructor: Debbi Forbes#12533Dates: 3/5/2019 - 3/26/2019# of Sessions: 4 tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pmFee: $110.00


ADuLt • SkiLLS & DeVeLopment

ADULT DAYTIME ESL CLASS: FRee for qualifiying adults* and if space is available.

January 22-may 24, 2019For Beginning & intermediate Level Adult eSL students.

eSL class meets three times per weekspecific days determined by level, 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Students will be placed in a level based on their eSL proficiency exam*.

REGisTRaTioNFoRadUlTdayTimEEslClass: All Adult ESL Students: Please bring your passport and/or visa, social security card and your driver’s license or State of Michigan ID with you to registration. We will need to make a copy for your file. REQUiREd: Registration & Testing begin on January 22-25, 9:00-11:00 a.m. You MUST register in-person at the ESL Classroom Room E105, Seaholm High School (2436 W. Lincoln, Birmingham, MI 48009). Space in the class is limited, and acceptance in the class will be based on the results of your ESL proficiency exam*. Instructors: BPS ESL Staff.*Students must obtain a minimum CASAS score of 187 to be eli-gible and registration is ongoing and open until classes are filled.

Pleasecall248-203-3800formoreinformation.

ESL = English As A Second Language


SkiLLS & DeVeLopment • ADuLtFRENCH 1Learn basic vocabulary, grammar and customs suitable for enrichment & travel or for those encountering French in the workplace. Required texts will be discussed at the first class meeting. Instructor: Nuha Tabet Location: Seaholm High School, Room F104 #13191Dates: 1/16/2019 - 3/20/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 3/6/2019Wed 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmFee: $120.00

#13203Dates: 4/17/2019 - 6/5/2019# of Sessions: 8 Wed 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmFee: $120.00

FRENCH 2Review of basic vocabulary, grammar and idiomatic French expressions to gain more knowledge of this Romance language and culture. Required texts will be discussed at the first class meeting. Bienvenue! Instructor: Nuha Tabet Location: Seaholm High School, Room F104 #13192Dates: 1/16/2019 - 3/20/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 3/6/2019Wed 7:30 pm - 9:00 pmFee: $120.00

#13204Dates: 4/17/2019 - 6/5/2019# of Sessions: 8 Wed 7:30 pm - 9:00 pmFee: $120.00 SPANISH 1In this introductory class, students will develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. We will establish a strong foundation and promote future success in a fun learning environment. We will explore cultural aspects of the Spanish speaking world by a native instructor. Instructor: Guadalupe Lebbos Location: Seaholm High School, Room F105 #13277Dates: 1/14/2019 - 3/18/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/18/2019mon 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $130.00

#13278Dates: 4/15/2019 - 6/10/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 5/27/2019mon 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $130.00

SPANISH 2Spanish 2 is designed for students who attended Spanish 1 or those who have a basic knowledge of the Spanish language and wish to expand that knowledge. The instructor will teach both lexical and grammatical items. During this session you will develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills necessary to communicate about self, family, daily life as well as basic survival needs. You will also explore cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. Instructor: Guadalupe Lebbos Location: Seaholm High School, Room F107 #13275 Dates: 1/16/2019 - 3/13/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/20/2019Wed 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $130.00 #13276 Dates: 4/17/2019 - 6/5/2019# of Sessions: 8 Wed 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $130.00

ITALIANO REPEAT AFTER ME - BeginnerDiscover the beauty of the Italian language with a program by Mirella Panozzo, a native Italian instructor. This is a unique class for travelers. Learn what you need to know to travel with confidence: the right vocabulary, phrases, questions, and the right pronunciation. The last two weeks, students will practice what they have learned. Please bring a notebook. No textbook is required. Instructor: Mirella Panozzo Location: Seaholm High School, Room F104 #13194 Dates: 1/14/2019 - 3/18/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/18/2019mon 6:15 pm - 8:15 pmFee: $160.00 #13195 Dates: 4/8/2019 - 6/3/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 5/27/2019mon 6:15 pm - 8:15 pmFee: $160.00

Get skills for the 21st century. Demonstrate your knowledge.

Boost your productivity. This online program is presented

by the Learning Resources Network (LERN). Our online certificates and courses are

provided by quality colleges and associations with expert instructors.

Participate anytime day or evening, from any computer.

Register at www.communityed.netDATA ANALYSIS CERTIFICATEMANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE


ADuLt • HeALtH & WeLLBeing

BEVERLY HILLS CLUB TENNISThe Beverly Hills Club has taught 1,000’s of adults tennis since 1983. Their professionals are USPTA/ USPTR certified with over 100 years of combined experience. Classes meet at the Beverly Hills Club 31555 Southfield Road (just north of 13 Mile Road), Beverly Hills, MI 48025.Phone 248-642-8500. THEREaREmUlTiPlEoFFERiNGsFoREaCHClass!ToViEWTHElisTandToREGisTERgotowww.communityed.netADULT TENNIS –Level 1 Beginner (Intro/Retro)Learn from the best! Little or no play experience, not a problem! This is an adult tennis class for the player with little or no experience.

ADULT TENNIS –Level 2 Advanced BeginnerHave some tennis experience? Learn from the best! Improve all of your tennis skills.

The following adult classes are held at the BEVERLY HILLS CLUB, 31555 Southfield Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, located on the west side of Southfield Road just north of Thirteen Mile Road. Phone 248-642-8500. to REGisTERgotowww.communityed.net

BETTER BONES 1 This class will educate you, improve your muscle strength and decrease the risk of brittle bones due to osteoporosis. Did you know that weight training for osteoporosis can help protect your bones? Studies show that strength training can help prevent bone loss and even help build new bone. We lose so much muscle as we age that by the time we’re 70, we have about 50% to 55% of our muscle mass left. Maintaining strong muscles through weight training helps to keep up your balance and coordination, critical in preventing falls, which can lead to osteoporosis-related fractures. For beginner exercisers. TO REGISTER go to www.communityed.net#13235 Dates: 1/3/2019 - 2/21/2019# of Sessions: 15 tue, thu 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Fee: $193.00

#13236 Dates: 6/11/2019 - 7/18/2019# of Sessions: 11 no Class: 7/4/2019tue, thu 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Fee: $141.00

#13237Dates: 2/26/2019 - 4/25/2019# of Sessions: 16 no Class: 4/4/2019tue, thu 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmFee: $206.00

#13238Dates: 7/23/2019 - 8/29/2019# of Sessions: 12 tue, thu 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmFee: $155.00

#13239Dates: 4/30/2019 - 6/6/2019# of Sessions: 12 tue, thu 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmFee: $155.00

BETTER BONES 2 More weight bearing excerise for those participants who have completed Better Bones I program and have witnessed first-hand the benefits of weight training, balance training and low impact excerise. For more experienced exercisers with some strength training background. Did you know that weight training for osteoporosis can help protect your bones? Studies show that strength training can help prevent bone loss and even help build new bone. We lose so much muscle as we age that by the time we’re 70, we have about 50% to 55% of our muscle mass left. Maintaining strong muscles through weight training helps to keep up your balance and coordination, critical in preventing falls, which can lead to osteoporosis-related fractures. TO REGISTER go to www.communityed.net#13240 Dates: 1/3/2019 - 2/21/2019# of Sessions: 15 tue, thu 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFee: $193.00

#13241 Dates: 2/26/2019 - 4/25/2019# of Sessions: 16 no Class: 4/4/2019tue, thu 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFee: $206.00

#13242 Dates: 6/11/2019 - 7/18/2019# of Sessions: 11 no Class: 7/4/2019tue, thu 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFee: $141.00

#13243 Dates: 4/30/2019 - 6/6/2019# of Sessions: 12 tue, thu 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFee: $155.00

#13244 Dates: 7/23/2019 - 8/29/2019# of Sessions: 12 tue, thu 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFee: $155.00


HeALtH & WeLLBeing • ADuLt

Why pay club fees when you can have the best workout in the area at Community Education prices?

DANCE FITNESS (45 Minute)We mixed it up a little… if you like to dance without the hard moves, but with a lot of fun and laughter, this is the perfect class for you to “get your cardio on”! Dance Fitness class incorporates different rhythms with easy to follow moves. The class combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body FAST. All dance levels welcome for getting fit and fabulous! No equipment needed. Ages: 15+ Presented by Kathy of Fitness Motivators. Location: Bingham Farms Elementary, Multipurpose Room#13210Dates: 1/17/2019 - 3/21/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/28/2019thu 6:30 pm - 7:15 pmFee: $52.00

#13211Dates: 3/28/2019 - 6/6/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 4/4/2019thu 6:30 pm - 7:15 pmFee: $52.00

POUND (rockout workout)A brand new exciting class that brings out the Rocker in you! POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable and the music we are used to (from the 1970s to present) will appeal to men and women of all ages and abilities. Designed for all fitness levels! What would a drumming workout be without drumsticks? Designed specifically for POUND, we will provide (for the students use in class) unique, lightly weighted exercise drumsticks that have been specially designed to get you ripped! Please bring a mat (to modify, a chair may be used). Ages: 15+ Instructor: Lisa of Fitness Motivators. Location: Seaholm High School, Cafeteria#13208Dates: 1/15/2019 - 3/19/2019# of Sessions: 8 no Class: 2/19/2019tue 7:00 pm - 7:45 pmFee: $52.00


YOGA FITNESS with LYNN DOWE Offered to men and women of all levels. The science of Yoga uses precise postures (Asanas) and controlled breathing techniques (pranayama) that integrate energetic connections between body, mind and spirit. Participants explore the insight both through the basic Asanas, while increasing muscle strength and flexibility. Class participation will include sun salutes, basic standing postures, forward and backward bending, positive inversions, twists, reducing stress and seated meditations. Bring a mat to class. Instructor Lynn Dowe offers intentional and inspiring yoga practice for all ages and abilities. She inspires and supports others to live an extraordinary life and through the practice of yoga, to connect with their own personal wisdom, healing abilities and expansive potential. 200RYT instructor – since May 2013. Location: Berkshire Middle School, Media Center

Where are you getting your workout?


#13228Dates: 5/7/2019 - 6/11/2019# of Sessions: 6 tue 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmFee: $78.00



ADuLt • HeALtH & WeLLBeingMAKE A SPLASH!

Community Open Swim

Groves High School Sundays 1-3 p.m.January 6, 13, 20, 27

February 3, 10March 3, 10, 17, 24

all ages are welcome. Adults will have use of at least one lap lane. Children 10 and under MUST be directly supervised in the water by an individual 18 years or older. This program follows the BPS school calendar and the open swim program will not be running during school breaks and special events. This program requires pre-purchase of entry cards. Single one time sessions, or multiple entry cards are available online at www.communityed.net, by phone, fax or mail from the Birmingham Community Education department.Appropriate swim attire is required. No running on the pool deck. Children who are NOT toilet trained must wear tight-fitting plastic pants over a swim diaper. Soap showers are required prior to entry to the pool. Flotation devices and toys may not be brought into the pool. No food or drink are allowed in the pool or locker room areas. BPS and the Department of Community Education are not responsible for unforeseen pool closures beyond our control. BPS is not responsible for lost or misplaced cards or personal items left in the locker rooms. Pleasenote:BPsmaintainspoolwatertemperaturebetween80º-82ºF.ThetemperatureisregulatedbytheBPsmaintenancedepartment,notCommunityEducation.Thismaybecoldforsomeswimmers.pLeASe note: Cards are valid for open swim dates/times between 10/7/2018 - 3/24/2019. Cards expire on 3/24/2019. no refunds for unused cards/punches. go to www.communityed.net for updated pool information.#12513 - 10 entRy CARD $36.00 #12512 - 5 entRy CARD $18.00 #12511 - 1 entRy CARD $4.00

LAp LAneS open!

WATER AEROBICS

(Adults Only)not An open SWim. Water aerobic cards are a requirement for entry and do not have an expiration date-any remaining sessions may be used when the next session begins. The class does not meet when school is not in session or during school breaks. Please note:BPs maintains pool water temperature between 80º-82ºF. The temperature is regulated by the BPsmaintenancedepartment, not Community Education. Thismay be coldfor some swimmers. puRCHASe SWim CARD At BiRmingHAm Community eDuCAtion or online at www.communityed.net

instructor: BpS Staff BeRkSHiRe middle School - poolDate(s): 9/11/2018-6/6/2019 no Dates: tBDtues. & thurs.11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.#12510 - 20 SeSSion CARD $ 120.00 #12509 - 10 SeSSion CARD $ 60.00

LIFEGUARDING CLASSES

will be offered

SPRING 2019!ages15yearsandolder. BPS instructor, Brian Priebe, will be offering the Lifeguard courses late in March 2019. Look for information in early March at www.communityed.net or email [email protected] for more information.


RegiStRAtion inFoRmAtion

inJuRieS & peRSonAL pRopeRty DAmAge/LoSS We are frequently asked: “Are my children or am I

insured by Birmingham Public Schools in the event of injury while participating in a school district program?” A follow-up question is: “Does the district have insurance to protect personal property that I or my children may bring to school?” The answer is “NO.”

BPS does not provide insurance for injuries, damage, or loss of property. A State of Michigan statute grants the Birmingham Public School District and other public bodies (e.g., cities, villages, etc.) with immunity to tort liability. What this means is that because we are a public agency funded through tax dollars and we are providing a public service, we are not held liable in the event of injury or loss of property. The Board of Education has decided that the district should not use taxpayers’ tax dollars to provide for these risks. Your homeowner’s policy may cover property damaged or lost from the school premises (e.g., automobiles, bicycles, band instruments, calculators, etc.) We enCouRAge you to mAke SuRe tHAt you HAVe ADeQuAte HeALtH AnD pRopeRty DAmAge/LoSS inSuRAnCe CoVeRAge.

pRe-RegiStRAtion iS ReQuiReD FoR ALL CLASSeS. Pre-registration is required for all programs. No drop-

in registration on the day of class.pAymentS Register and pay using cash, check or VISA/

Mastercard. Fees are payable in full at the time of registration. All checks should be made payable to “BirminghamPublicschools.” There will be a $60 fee for all returned checks.

DRopS/ReFunDS Pleasereadcarefullybefore registeringforclass! Requests must be made directly to Birmingham

Community Education THREE (3) business days prior to the beginning of class. With the exception of one day classes, all class refunds are the amount of the fee less a $10 processing fee per class. The processing fee for most one-day classes is $5.00. Thecostofmaterialscannotberefunded.No cash refunds. Refunds will be in the form of a check, credit or account voucher. Refunds of less than $10 will be in the form of an account voucher.

We Do ouR VeRy BeSt to get it RigHt We take great care to check the accuracy of all

information in our brochures and on our website. However, we cannot be responsible for inadvertent and unintentional errors and we reserve the right to correct them.

CLASS/CAmp CAnCeLLAtionS REGisTER EaRly! The most common reason for

class cancellation is low enrollment. Every effort will be made to notify registrants that a class has been cancelled. NoTiFiCaTioNs oF CaNCEllaTioNsaNd Class CHaNGEs aRE sENT Via Email. Please recheck your profile online every time you register for accuracy. Any person registered in a cancelled class will receive a full refund or may transfer to another class in the current semester. Birmingham Community Education reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient registrations.

CLASS/CAmp CHAngeS Birmingham Community Education reserves the right

to withdraw or change classes/camps, instructors or schedules; to revise tuition and fee structures; and to amend its policies as necessary for smooth and efficient operation.

WAiVeR oF LiABiLity AnD HoLD HARmLeSS PlEasE FilloUT THEaPPRoPRiaTEWaiVERoN PaGEs 27 aNd 28, and include with your registrationform. If registering online, a waiver form is part of the registration process; a separate form will not be required. You must have a current waiver on file with Birmingham Public Schools for every class/course/camp you or your children are attending.

NosmokiNGaNdNoalCoHoliCBEVERaGEs iNsCHoolBUildiNGsoRoNsCHoolPRoPERTy.

notiCe oF nonDiSCRiminAtion The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a

learning/working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability or age. The District prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on District property, in a District vehicle, or at any District related activity or event. The Superintendent will designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting, investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Students - Inquiries related to discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to: Executive Director of Special Education, 31301 Evergreen Road Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000. Direct all other inquiries related to discrimination to: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000.

inCLement WeAtHeR/SCHooL CLoSing When Birmingham Schools are closed due to severe

weather, power failure or circumstances beyond our control, announcements concerning evening programs will be made by 2:00 p.m. Verify school closing by tuning your radio to WWJ or WJR, calling the district’s Newsline 248-203-3000.

FoR tHe moSt up-to-DAte inFoRmAtion visit the homepage of

BiRmingHAm Community eDuCAtion www.communityed.net


BpS Community eDuCAtion inFoRmAtion

Winter/Spring 2019 • REGISTRATION FORMpayment by cash, check or ViSA/mC. All checks should be payable to: BirminghamPublicschools.

phone, fax and online registrations by credit card only. mail: 2436 W. Lincoln, F102, Birmingham, mi 48009 phone: 248-203-3800• Fax: 248-203-3818 • www.communityed.net

Last name (parent/guardian) ________________________ First name _____________________________

Address _____________________________ City ______________________________ Zip _______________

e-mail address ___________________phone (Home) _________________ phone (Cell/Work) _________________

Student’s Full name _______________________________________________________ Birthdate ________

online: www.communityed.net

HoWToREGisTER:Phone:

248-203-3800Fax:

248-203-3818inpersonorbymail:

2436 W. Lincoln, Suite F102 Birmingham, MI 48009

PaymENT:Fullpaymentdueatregistration.

_____ Check enclosed (payable to“BirminghamPublicschools”)

_____ Visa/masterCard

Cardholder’s name _______________________________________________________________________________

Account number: ___________________________________________ expiration Date: ______________________

Cardholder’s Signature: __________________________________________________________________________

$

$

$

total $

name of Class Class Start Date Days of Class Class # Fee

please fill out appropriate WAiVeR on page 27 & 28.

BPS FACILITY RENTAL INFORMATIONBirmingham Public Schools facilities and fields are conveniently located for the residents of Birmingham, Bev-erly Hills, Bingham Farms, Franklin, West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Troy and Southfield. Our facilities and fields are available for rental by public and private groups on Saturdays, Sundays and after school on week days. With ample free parking and recently renovated buildings, Birmingham offers great potential for your special event. Whether you need auditoriums, classrooms, media centers, computer labs, gyms, pools, stadi-ums or fields, the modern facilities and fields of Birmingham Public Schools give you an advantage! All facility services are available for single events, individual classes or entire college curricula or large sports events. For all of your facility and field requests, please contact Birmingham Community Education at 248-203-3800.Auditoriums & LittLe theAters•RobinElliott•248-203-3861/[email protected]/Gyms/ClassRooms/GRassFiElds&TRaCks/sTadiUms•meliZikakis•248-203-3811

[email protected]

CommUNiTyEdUCaTioNsTaFFJill Reichenbach Fill �� Community Education SpecialistDiane Agrusa Rampolo�� Program AssistantRobin Elliott �� Auditorium & University LiaisonGail Frederickson �� Office AssistantMeli Zikakis �� Office AssistantCatherine Henne �� Office AssistantLinda Grindem ��ESL InstructorElise Herner ��ESL InstructorNoelle Bogan ��ESL InstructorPaula Kotrba ��ESL Instructor

BiRmiNGHam CommUNiTyEdUCaTioN REGUlaRoFFiCEHoURs*

monday-Friday ................ 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.oFFiCEClosEd:

december24-January2, January21,april19,may27

*Note:officehoursmayvarydue toschoolbreaksandholidays.


BpS Community eDuCAtion inFoRmAtion WAiVeR FoR pARtiCipAntS 18+ yeARSWAIVER OF LIABILITY AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

FOR ALL BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY EDUCATION ACTIVITIESEVENTS / CLASSES / CAMPS / OPEN SWIM / ATHLETIC

LEAGUESParticipant 18+ years of Age

1. In consideration for receiving permission to participate in the Birmingham Public Schools Community Education Activity of my choice, I hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE and further hereby AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Birmingham Public Schools, the members of its Board of Education (in their official and individual capacities), administrators, agents, servants or employees (hereinafter referred to as RELEASEES) from any and all liability, claims, costs, expenses, attorney fees, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me, or any of the property belonging to me, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, or otherwise, while participating in such activity, or while in, on or upon the premises where the activity is being conducted.

2. I am fully aware of and acknowledge the potential risks of serious personal injury associated with this activity. I hereby elect to voluntarily participate in said activity with full knowledge that said activity may be dangerous to me and my property. I VOLUNTARILY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS OF LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, that may be sustained by me, or any loss or damage of property owned by me, as a result of being involved in such activity, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.

3. It is my express intent that this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement shall bind the members of my family and spouse, if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representative, if I am deceased, and shall be deemed as a RELEASE, WAIVER, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the above-named RELEASEES. I hereby further agree that this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.

4. IN SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, I ACKNOWLEDGE AND REPRESENT THAT I have read this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement, understand it and sign it voluntarily as my own free act and deed; no oral representations, statements, or inducements, apart from the foregoing written agreement, have been made; I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent; and I execute this Release for full, adequate and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by same.

Signed on this __________day of ____________________, 20_______.

pARtiCipAnt

print name_________________________________. Signature__________________________________


WAiVeR FoR pARtiCipAntS unDeR 18 yeARSWAIVER OF LIABILITY AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

FOR ALL BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY EDUCATION ACTIVITIESEVENTS / CLASSES / CAMPS / OPEN SWIM / ATHLETIC

LEAGUESParticipant UNDER 18 years of Age

1. In consideration for receiving permission to participate in the Birmingham Public Schools Community Education Activity of my choice, I hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE and further hereby AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Birmingham Public Schools, the members of its Board of Education (in their official and individual capacities), administrators, agents, servants or employees (hereinafter referred to as RELEASEES) from any and all liability, claims, costs, expenses, attorney fees, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me, or any of the property belonging to me, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, or otherwise, while participating in such activity, or while in, on or upon the premises where the activity is being conducted.

2. I am fully aware of and acknowledge the potential risks of serious personal injury associated with this activity. I hereby elect to voluntarily participate in said activity with full knowledge that said activity may be dangerous to me and my property. I VOLUNTARILY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS OF LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, that may be sustained by me, or any loss or damage of property owned by me, as a result of being involved in such activity, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.

3. It is my express intent that this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement shall bind the members of my family and spouse, if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representative, if I am deceased, and shall be deemed as a RELEASE, WAIVER, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the above-named RELEASEES. I hereby further agree that this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.

4. IN SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, I ACKNOWLEDGE AND REPRESENT THAT I have read this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement, understand it and sign it voluntarily as my own free act and deed; no oral representations, statements, or inducements, apart from the foregoing written agreement, have been made; I am fully competent; and I execute this Release for full, adequate and complete consideration fully intending to be bound by same.

Signed on this __________day of ____________________, 20_______.

pARtiCipAnt

print name_________________________________. Signature__________________________________

I/we, the Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) of the above named Participant, consent to the minor Participant’s participation in the Birmingham Public Schools Community Education Activity(ies), acknowledge the risks associated with the Participant’s participation therein, and in consideration of my/our minor Participant’s permission to participate in said Birmingham Public Schools Community Education Activity(ies) agree to be bound by this Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement and the terms contained herein. Additionally, I/we consent to Birmingham Public Schools seeking reasonable and necessary medical treatment for my/our minor Participant during such event or associated activities, and agree to be responsible for any cost/expenses associated with such treatment.

parent/guardian Signature__________________________________ Date_________________________

parent/guardian Signature__________________________________ Date_________________________


Community neWS & eVentS

The mission of Birmingham Youth Assistance is to strengthen youth and families and to reduce the incidence of delinquency, abuse and neglect through community involvement.

BYA provides community based casework and counseling services as well as providing programming and events for children and families within the Birmingham Public School district.BYA is a partnership of: the Oakland County Circuit Court – Family Division; the City of Birmingham and the Villages of Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms and Franklin; Birmingham Public Schools; and community volunteers.

BiRMingHAM YoutH ASSiStAnCE provides short term, low cost counseling services.

248.203.4300 / www.birminghamyouthassistance.org

Birmingham Youth AssistanceKids Dog Show • February 3 Youth in Service • April 17

Touch A Truck • TBD in MAY Birmingham’s Farmers Market • TBD

Birmingham Bloomfield Community Coalition

Covey 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Training for 9th & 10th graders to be held in February 2, 2019 provides step-by-step framework for boosting self-image, building friendships, resisting peer pressure, achieving goals and much more.CHOICES 2019, March tbd, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., brings high school teens together to discuss the real life consequences of alcohol and drug abuse. Featuring the 48th district “live” court cases, testimonials from guest speakers, and smaller breakout group sessions where teens and adults are able to further connect, share experiences and find workable solutions. Parents are welcome to attend!YAB 5K with Gazelle Sports – Saturday, May 11, 2019 in the Village of Franklin. YAB Teen Summer Music Concert – June 14, 2019 7:00-10:30 p.m., Shain ParkKeep Them Safe, Keep Them Healthy – provides education and awareness to both parents and their teens to open up the lines of communication between them. By taking a unique perspective in presenting the various reasons why our young people are abusing substances and what can be done to prevent it, parents gain the ability to look at their children with more compassion as well as have doable steps to take for prevention For student assemblies, young adults in recovery relate their personal experience and tragedies as a result of substance abuse and share their expertise.Vaping BBCC can provide a youth or adult focused presentation about the facts on vaping and other resources.Volunteer opportunities! Help with our Parents Who Host mailing campaign, YAB 5k and more. Contact Carol at [email protected]. HIGH SCHOOL TEENS: Earn community service, build leadership skills and have fun doing it! If you are a high school teen, the Youth Action Board (YAB) has a variety of opportunities to get involved. Contact youth program coordinator, Kelly, at [email protected]. Youth-focused prevention, health and wellness www.bbcoalition.org 248.203.4615



Friends of Different Learners (Friends) is an independent organization of parents, staff, and community members dedicated to maximizing the potential of Birmingham Public School students with different abilities�

kids First. understand their differences. Focus on their needs. educate them.

www.friendsofdifferentlearners.org

Friends of different learners meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise indicated and are at the BirminghamCovingtonschool(BCs),1525CovingtonRoad•BloomfieldHills,mi48301 • meetingsbeginwithabriefbusinessmeetingfollowedbytheGuestspeakerandtopicpresentation. • informalNetworkingopportunitiesareavailableaftereverymeetingtoshareideasabouthowtohelp

ourdifferentlearnersandtolearnfromeachother.

2018-2019 FRIENDS OF DIFFERENT LEARNERS

MEETING SCHEDULEJanuary 10 • Through High School & Beyond:

technical school training, and personal curriculum.

January 26 • Camp Fair & Resource Fair 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Groves

February 7 • It Takes More than a Fidget: managing stress and mental health.

March 7 • Co-teaching: How Does That Work? Clarification by the BPS/SISS

April 11 • Bringing Sensory Learning into the Classroom and Home

May 2 • Gluten, Dairy, Sugar, Oh My: Navigating a Holistic Healthy Lifestyle

June 6 • Wrap Up 2018-2019 & Plan 2019-2020

P Accomplished Speakers

P Fitness

P Creative arts

P Support Services

P Camaraderie

P Friendship

P Travel

P Enrichment

P Clubs/Cards

P Health & Wellness

TO STAY ACTIVE & CONNECTED, KEEP ASKING WHAT’S NEXT?

your 50-plus Community Center2121 midvale, Birmingham mi

(248) 203-5270 – www.Birminghamnext.org


Project Find identifies children, birth through age five, who may need special education services. These evaluations and consultations are free. Special education services are available for students from birth to 26 years. Eligible children are referred to appropriate programs and services in the Birmingham Schools. For more information, call the Project Find Coordinator at 248-203-5818.

Community neWS & eVentSSeaholm High SchoolBLOOD DRIVE

Thursday, March 218 a.m.-2 p.m.

TOGETHER WE CAN SAVE LIVES!Call 248-203-3725 to schedule an appointment.

Inspiring minds. Expanding

possibilities.

For more information on the BEF visit www.supportBEF.org or 248-203-3030.

Saturday, February 9 – The Unabashed Bash at The Townsend Hotel

April 11-14 – Districtwide Garage Sale at Berkshire Middle School

Friday, May 17-BEF BBQ, Franklin, MIMake a gift any time

at SupportBEF.org/donate

Hello Dolly!February 1, 2, 8, 9 at 7:30 p.m.

February 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.In the newly renovated

Wagner Auditorium at Seaholm.Tickets go on sale in January.

Call 248-203-203-3700 for more information.

Seaholm High School presents



NOTES FROM BIRMINGHAM COVINGTON SCHOOL2019-2020 Registration InformationBirmingham Covington School is a unique educational community with an emphasis on science and technology, offering a choice in educational

structure and philosophy. BCS is open to students in grades 3-8. One hundred eight spaces will be available for Grade 3 for the 2019-2020 school year. Openings are expected in other grades, but exact numbers are not yet determined. Registrations for the BCS lottery will be accepted in person only, January 7-11, 2019 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the BPS Education and Administration Center, 31301 Evergreen Rd., Beverly Hills. Hours will be extended to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8. Registration deadline is Friday, January 11, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. All students entering grades 3 through 8 and living in the Birmingham School District are eligible for the enrollment.A public lottery will be conducted on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the BPS Education and Administration Center. Names not selected in the lottery will be placed on a wait list and notified of openings in order of their selection in the lottery.

2019 BpS kinDeRgARten RounD upSCHooL RounD up DAte time pHone numeRBeVeRLy January 29 7:00 pm 248-203-3150BingHAm FARmS January 22 7:00 pm 248-203-3350gReenFieLD February 5 7:00 pm 248-203-3210 HARLAn January 23 7:00 pm 248-203-3265pemBRoke January 30 6:30 pm 248-203-3888pieRCe January 23 6:30 pm 248-203-4325QuARton January 23 6:30 pm 248-203-3425WeSt mApLe February 5 6:00-8:00 pm 248-851-2667

Alumni BreakfastsClass of 2019 graduating seniors are invited back to their elementary schools to celebrate their K-12 achievements. A light breakfast is served and there is plenty of time for pictures and reminiscing with classmates and teachers.

Please see the calendar below for Alumni Breakfast schedules throughout the district. Watch for more information on sign-up in the spring.Beverly May 21 7:30 a.m.Bingham Farms May 21 7:30 a.m.Covington (BCS) June 7 7:30 a.m.Greenfield June 6 8:00 a.m.Harlan June 4 8:00 a.m.Pembroke June 4 8:00 a.m.Pierce May 29 8:00 a.m.Quarton June 6 8:00 a.m.West Maple June 7 8:00 a.m.

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